Pink Patio Paloma

Grapefruit gives this NA tequila drink its pink color and pleasantly bitter edge; lime adds a second, sharper citrus note. Sparkling water stretches it into a lighter patio pour. Your tequila alternative may be grassy, peppery, or quite mild, so taste the combination before changing the juice. It should feel citrus-forward with something savory underneath, rather than like a sweet grapefruit soda with an expensive ingredient you can’t notice.

Ingredients

• 2 oz NA tequila
• 4 oz Sparkling water
• 2 oz Grapefruit juice
• 1/2 oz Lime juice

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Grapefruit · a little vitamin C

Grapefruit brings some vitamin C to the mix—a nutrient involved in collagen formation for healthy skin, alongside an agave-style base from NA tequila.

Lime with a little lift

The lime brings a lively citrus tang, alongside NA tequila and grapefruit; the chilled carbonated mixer adds a crisp texture to that pairing.

Check every NA product’s ABV. Choose clearly labeled 0.0% ingredients if you want to avoid trace alcohol.

If your medicine advises avoiding grapefruit, choose a different recipe or check with your pharmacist.